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Yacht Charter Bahamas

Enjoy a taste of paradise with a Bahama Yacht Charter

The Bahamas is a sought after charter destination, because of its proximity to the USA; it's wonderful sub-tropical climate tempered by the cooling trade winds; calm seas abundant with coral reefs and exotic species of flora, fauna; and with over 29 islands and more than a thousand cays for the wandering cruiser to explore. While all the islands of the Bahamas share the bright sunshine, crystal turquoise waters, long stretches of white sandy beaches and a variety of plant and animal species, each island is unique in what it offers visitors. New Providence Island is known for its rich history and vibrant nightlife; Grand Bahama offers every imaginable type of water-sport as well as parks and markets to stroll through; whilst the cays of the Exumas are the most breathtaking sight to behold – whether you are swimming underwater, or flying overhead. A Bahamas yacht charter will offer you one of the most fulfilling and truly rejuvenating vacations you could have.

Weather in the Bahamas

What is the best time to take a Bahamas Yacht Charter?

The cool trade winds generally make any time in the year a great time for a yacht charter in Bahamas. The temperature remains in the 20's, increasing to a max of 28°C (82°F) in the months of July and August during summer, which lasts from May to September. The remainder of the year is considered 'winter' and the temperature is below 25°C (77°F) during these months. Hurricanes are likely during June to November and although you might enjoy the warm climate, this is not the best time for Bahamas yacht charters. The Bahamas are humid throughout the year, and tend to get more so during summers. However, the cooling winds make the atmosphere particularly pleasant.

Sample Itinerary

The best destinations for your Bahamas Yacht Charter

Day 1: Meet your captain and crew at Nassau. Spend the day taking in the capital of the Bahamas – shop at Bay Street, splash around with dolphins at Dolphin Cay, enjoy some local savouries of rock lobster, conch and snapper at Arawak Cay or laze around on any of the 17 pristine beaches and wind down with some exotic drinks at the beach bars after dark.

Day 2: Start your Bahama yacht charter with the Exumas. Anchor at the Elizabeth harbour and after a nice meal at any of the local restaurants explore George Town. Visit Hermitage Estate and Williams Town. Head to Staniel Cay where you can meet with other cruisers at the famous yacht club and snorkel in the Thunderball cave, of the James Bond fame. Spend the evening at the yacht club.

Day 3: Head to the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park – a 176 square mile extravaganza of exotic fish, reefs and other aquatic flora and fauna. Scuba dive, snorkel, swim and be surprised all throughout the day.

Day 4: Sail to Long Island, where you can enjoy some spectacular dive sites, especially the 600 feet deep Dean's Blue Hole. Sail around island's unique coastline – steep jagged cliffs on the east coast and splendid white beaches on the west. Scuba diving enthusiasts can participate in some shark diving and swimming with schools of fish. As you sail around Long Island, take some time to stop at Acklins/Crooked Island and let the peace and quietude overwhelm you. Indulge in some serious fishing in the many bonefish flats or just laze around on some of the most secluded beaches Bahamas has to offer.

Day 5: Make your way towards Rum Cay / San Salvador à là Christopher Columbus and to see villages that look like they're still in the 15^th century. Explore wreckages left by the pirates of the Caribbean (some of which make excellent dive sites), and visit the monuments at Long Bay, Watlings Castle and ruined plantations. Head to the nearby Cat Islands, another serene getaway. Explore the churches at Mt. Alvernia and Old Bight, try some authentic Indian Arawak meals at McQueens, and make sure to you don't miss a performance by a local band that plays with indigenous hand-hewn instruments. There are enough resorts and inns here, in case you begin to miss the good life.

Day 6: Sail to the Abacos Islands. Take your time chartering the turquoise waters around Great and Little Abaco and the many cays in between before you anchor at Marsh Harbour. The Sea of Abaco has a wide choice of cays – Elbow Cay, Green Turtle Cay, Man-O-War Cay, Stranger's Cay, Umbrella Cay and Walker's Cay – which give you ample opportunity to sail. Visit the Pelican Cay Underwater Preserve, the Abaco National Park or the Memorial Sculpture Gardens. And if your conscience permits, try out some turtle stew – a local delicacy.

Day 7: Leave for Grand Bahama. Grand Bahama provides every imaginable water-sport. Dive from a 230 feet steel freighter, explore underwater caves in a 60-foot long reef and swim with sharks or through an underwater tunnel. Indulge in fishing, boating, snorkelling or laze on the Paradise Cove beach or Gold Rock beach. On land, you can explore the Garden of the Groves, Lucayan National Park and the Hydroflora Gardens. As night approaches you can visit the many beach bars, nightclubs and even casinos.

Day 8: For the last spot of your yacht charter in Bahamas you could visit either Berry Islands or Bimini. Both offer seclusion, privacy as well as snorkelling and diving sites. Berry Islands, a cluster of over a 100 cays, is an excellent snorkelling and sport fishing site. Bimini is also a great spot for fishing and diving site, thanks to its proximity to the Gulf Stream which feeds the variety of fish and reefs found in these waters. You can introduce yourself to the spotted dolphins along the coast, take a dip in a 'healing pool' of lithium and sulphur and enjoy some rum with the locals.

Day 9: It's back to Nassau, where you disembark and bid goodbye to your Bahamas charter yacht, before catching up on some last minute shopping and sight-seeing.

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